Reference Guide

1.4
Preparing to Use vCloud Air SQL
This section discusses how to sign up for the Early Access version of the service. You need a Virtual
Private Cloud OnDemand account. This is a housekeeping requirement that implements the flexible pay-
as-you-go model and supports the rapid creation of fully managed SQL Server instances. Your account
must have the OnDemand Account Administrator role. Once you obtain an OnDemand account
you can
sign up for the vCloud Air SQL service.
Note that during Early Access the registration process can take several days if you do not have a pre-
existing vCloud Air account.
1.5
Obtain an OnDemand Account
If you already have an OnDemand account, proceed to Sign Up for the vCloud Air SQL Service.
1. Before registering for Virtual Private Cloud OnDemand account you must have:
1. A valid email account. You will receive your invitation to the service via this account.
2. A payment method, such as a credit card, or Subscription Purchasing Program
Credits. Visit How to Buy VMware Products and Support to inquire about SPP.
2. If you are new to vCloud Air, sign up for an OnDemand account. Go
to https://signupvcloud.vmware.com
1. Login, or create an account, if necessary.
2. Fill out the application and click submit.
3. You’ll receive an email when the account is activated.
3. Verify that your OnDemand account role is account administrator. If it is not, your organization's
administrator must assign this role to you. See vCloud Air SQL Roles.
4. Make note of your OnDemand account service IDs.
Log into your OnDemand account and go to Tools > Service Credits and look for a 10-character
letter and number string that starts with M. Alternatively, you can hover over the OnDemand
tile until the related service IDs are displayed.
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